CricketBangladesh, Netherlands eye crucial points after South Africa setback
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Bangladesh and the Netherlands are gearing up for a crucial clash in the T20 World Cup after both teams missed opportunities against South Africa. Both sides are on two points and are looking to secure a spot in the Super 8s. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto believes his team should have won their last match, while the Netherlands are also ruing missed chances against the Proteas.

The upcoming match between Bangladesh and the Netherlands is crucial for both teams as a win could significantly boost their chances of advancing to the next round. The game is set to take place on 13th June at Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown, St Vincent.

In terms of team news, Bangladesh’s Shoriful Islam is expected to return from a finger injury, while the Netherlands might consider including Aryan Dutt if the pitch is dry. Both teams will be looking to improve their middle-order batting and increase their six-hitting capabilities.

Bangladesh has a positive record against the Netherlands in T20Is, winning three out of four matches. Towhid Hridoy is Bangladesh’s leading run-scorer post the 2022 World Cup, while the Netherlands have a better six-hitting rate since 2023.

Players from both teams are confident about their chances in the tournament, with Towhid Hridoy believing Bangladesh can reach the final, and Sybrand Engelbrecht expressing confidence in the Netherlands’ ability to compete with any team in the world.

As the match approaches, fans can expect an intense battle between two competitive teams vying for a spot in the Super 8s. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting T20 World Cup clash between Bangladesh and the Netherlands.